Why were people eager to build the transcontinental railroad?

What was a cause of the boer war? a. conflicts between boers and bantu c. disputes over land ownership b. conflicts over water rights d. desire to control the region's mineral wealth select the best answer from the choices provided a b c d

For each statement, select whether it is true of the central pacific railroad, the union pacific railroad, or both. it began in nebraska. it began in california. it went through the sierra nevada. it went through the rocky mountains.

Can you describe the american army in 1812?